Sermons on My Rod In Presence Of God:

Good Advice For A New Year

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Jan 3, 2012

We can use the opportunity of a new year to change through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Good Advice for a New Year January 1, 2012 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: We can use the opportunity of a new year to change through the power of the Holy Spirit. Focus Passage: Philippians 4:6-8 Supplemental Passage: As obedient children, do not ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Sending Forth Missionaries

Contributed by Rodelio Mallari on Jan 10, 2012

For a church to be called a real NT church, it must be actively engaged in the major priority of sending the light of the Gospel. This involves our personal witness where we are now, and from here reaching out nationwide and worldwide. Not only must we ha

Intro: For a church to be called a real NT church, it must be actively engaged in the major priority of sending the light of the Gospel. This involves our personal witness where we are now, and from here reaching out nationwide and worldwide. Not only must we have a program of evangelism where we ...read more

Scripture: Acts 13:1-5

Denomination: *other

Encouragement In Troubled Times

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Nov 9, 2008

Not many would question that we are living in troubled times.

ENCOURAGEMENT IN TROUBLED TIMES "Blessed is the man who walks not in the counsel of the ungodly, nor stands in the path of sinners, nor sits in the seat of the scornful. But his delight is in the law of the LORD; and in His law doth he meditate day and night. And he shall be like a tree planted ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 1:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Plea For Unity

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Jul 7, 2008

The apostle Paul instructs the Philippian church about the reason they have unity, what their response to that unity should be, and his recommendations for keeping that unity.

A PLEA FOR UNITY Text: Philippians 2:1 – 4 Introduction: • There are some churches with a problem o Arguing over which Bible, what kind of music, what to wear o Feelings hurt, people leaving, bad witness • Christians are supposed to exemplify unity • Unity doesn’t mean being ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Paul’s Resume

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Mar 22, 2015

Have you ever met someone or know someone and you heard about a position they have or was offered. And you wondered how in the world did they get that position? They don’t seem to have any qualifications for that position!

1 Timothy 1-12-17- And I thank Christ Jesus our Lord who has enabled me, because He counted me faithful, putting me into the ministry, although I was formerly a blasphemer, a persecutor, and an insolent man; but I obtained mercy because I did it ignorantly in unbelief. And the grace of our Lord ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-17

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Hold's All Together

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on Aug 13, 2017

Scripture teaches Jesus holds it all together and science confirms it.

Jesus Hold's All Together The Bible tells us that Jesus "is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn over all creation. For by Him all things were created: things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or powers or rulers or authorities; all things were created by ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 1:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Study Philosophy?

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Dec 30, 2015

Why Study Philosophy?

Because of its reputation as an esoteric field thanks to areas within the broader discipline concerned with matters barely connected with everyday life, many ask, “Why study philosophy?” when confronted with the subject. Related to this are concerns and reservations raised by many ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 10:5

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Something To Sing About

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on May 6, 2018

Paul and Silas are imprisoned because of their witness. Facing dire circumstances they break out in song and amazing things happen.

Acts 16:16-34 “Something to Sing About” INTRODUCTION Power comes in many shapes and forms. There is the raw horrendous power of an atomic explosion. In contrast to such power is the group power of civil disobedience, which we witnessed in Gandhi’s fight for India’s independence, and Martin ...read more

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34

Denomination: Lutheran

"Achievements"

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on May 29, 2018

Today Paul talks to us about the accomplishments of Christ.

“Achievements” 2 Corinthians 4:5-12 I have not preached yet ANYWHERE Today we celebrate your achievements as you have graduated from High School College In today’s lesson we find Paul writing to the Corinthians sharing some achievements These achievements are not his own but someone else’s. 1. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:5-12

Denomination: Methodist

In Remembrence To Him

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 15, 2018

A reminder that Christ died that we might live.

IN REMEMBRANCE OF ME I. WE SHOULD LOOK BACK AND REMEMBER A. His Death 1. Death of a loved one. a. Usually we want to forget the death of a loved one. b. Usually we want to forget how a loved one died. 2. The Death of the Son of God. a. Jesus wants His followers to remember His ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Christmas Without Christ

Contributed by Olusegun Ayobami Sanni on Dec 18, 2020

It’s a general phenomenon that the whole world becomes elated when it comes to Christmas period where by friends and family from different part of the world come together to celebrate the birth of Christ.

Intro: It’s a general phenomenon that the whole world becomes elated when it comes to Christmas period where by friends and family from different part of the world come together to celebrate the birth of Christ. Christmas to many has become a period whereby people wine and dine, go for tourism ...read more

Scripture: John 3:1-7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Four Horsemen And Souls Under The Altar Series

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Sep 2, 2020

We have just celebrated the magnificent scenes from Revelation 4 and 5, so the next chapter should be about victory, right? Not so fast! The world is indeed a mess and we get introduced to four horsemen!

The Last Word – Revelation 6 Four Horsemen and Souls Under the Altar September 13, 2020 We have just celebrated the magnificent scenes from Revelation 4 and 5, so the next chapter should be about victory, right? Not so fast! The world is indeed a mess and we get introduced to four ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 6:1-8, Revelation 6:9-11, Psalm 74:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Are We Holy?

Contributed by Roy Fowler on Oct 17, 2020

Many misunderstand what Holy is.

For many American evangelicals, "holiness" conjures up musty images of revival meetings, gospel trios, and old-time religion—along with stern prohibitions against drinking, dancing, and playing cards. And many are happy to leave these notions of holiness in the past. Yet even in our era ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 19:15-18, Isaiah 11:1-2

Denomination: Independent/Bible

New Forms Of Poverty: Our Responsibility Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Jan 28, 2017

"It is essential to draw near to new forms of poverty and vulnerability, and recognize the suffering Christ."

Feast of the Purification/Presentation 2017 Joy of the Gospel I have a special affection for this feast, which celebrates the bringing of Jesus to the Temple forty days after His birth, because I was baptized on this day seventy years ago. It is called Candlemas, because a procession with candles ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:22-40

Denomination: Catholic

"Second Sign" Healing Of The Nobleman's Son Series

Contributed by Dr. Rich Denning on Apr 20, 2017

This message is part of a series in the Gospel of John.

INTRODUCTION: The book of John is structured topically. Chapters 1- 12 primarily focus on the “Seven Signs” and Chapters 13 – 20 focus on the glory of God. Interwoven is the gospel message. Jesus is God in the flesh and the hope for fallen humanity. This he declares through Seven “I AM” statements ...read more

Scripture: John 4:46-54

Denomination: Pentecostal